Machine Operator

AppleOne Employment Services; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services in the United States is seeking a Machine Operator for a temp-to-hire role in the 84096 area, supporting a growing commercial printing and publishing operation. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined with bindery, die-cut, finishing, mail, or printing equipment experience.

You will operate and set up bindery and finishing equipment such as cutters, folders, stitchers, and die-cut machines, ensuring quality, safety, and efficient production in a team-focused

Qualifications

• Mechanically inclined production candidate with experience in bindery, die-cut, finishing, mail, or commercial printing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate bindery and finishing equipment such as cutters, folders, stitchers and die-cut machines.
• Review job tickets and SOPs to ensure accurate production runs.
• Monitor equipment, troubleshoot minor issues, and report maintenance or quality concerns.

Skills

Bindery experience

Die-cutting

Finishing

Printing equipment

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

Job Summary

We are hiring a Machine Operator for a temp-to-hire opportunity in the 84096 area with a growing commercial printing and publishing operation. This role is ideal for a mechanically inclined production professional with bindery, die-cut, finishing, mail, or commercial printing equipment experience.

As a Machine Operator, you will help produce accurate, high-quality finished print products using bindery and finishing equipment such as cutters, folders, stitchers, and die-cut machines. This is a strong opportunity to join a stable, team-focused production environment where quality, craftsmanship, safety, and attention to detail are valued.

You will work with modern printing and finishing equipment, supportive leadership, and a collaborative team that takes pride in delivering excellent results for a variety of customers. This position offers long-term potential for candidates who want to grow their skills and build a career in commercial printing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate bindery and finishing equipment, including cutters, folders, stitchers, and die-cut machines.
• Review and follow job tickets, specifications, and standard operating procedures to complete accurate production runs.
• Monitor equipment during production, troubleshoot minor issues, and report maintenance or quality concerns as needed.
• Inspect finished products to ensure they meet customer specifications, quality standards, and production requirements.
• Load, unload, and handle printed materials while minimizing waste, spoilage, and production delays.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area while following company procedures and OSHA safety guidelines.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $17 to $19 per hour.
• Job type: Temp-to-hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans

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For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team.

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We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.